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How many syllables in “ballers”?

2

syllables in "ballers"

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Word details

Syllables

2

bal · lers

Letters

7

b · a · l · l · e · r · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
a1
l1
l1
e1
r1
s1

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About the word “ballers

The word ballers contains 2 syllables, divided as bal · lers. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "ballers" have?

"ballers" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "ballers" into syllables?

"ballers" is divided into syllables as: bal · lers.

What is the Scrabble score for "ballers"?

The Scrabble score for "ballers" is 9 points.

Using “ballers” in writing

Two-syllable words like "ballers" (bal · lers) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, ballers is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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